Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sylvan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sylvan Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sylvan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvan Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4689 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
55%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvan Elementary School is ranked #4689 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sylvan Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverbank Language Academy, Crossroads Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Elementary School?
350 students attend Sylvan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sylvan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvan Elementary School?
Sylvan Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sylvan Elementary School offer ?
Sylvan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sylvan Elementary School part of?
Sylvan Elementary School is part of Sylvan Union Elementary School District.
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